Jail/Corrections Officer
Ashland County Sheriff's Office
Agency City
Ashland
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Agency State
Wisconsin
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
- Ascertains that commitments and arrests of individuals to be detained in jail are in proper order. - Properly books all prisoners upon their arrival at the jail, including performing a personal search, logging into the computer all personal belongings and securing the same, logging in inmate identifying information, fingerprinting and photographing the inmate, issuing clothing, bedding and other supplies. - Performs medical screening, suicide screening and follows policy for approval and distribution of medications. - Perform alcohol breath tests as needed and confining the inmate as may be required. - Escorts inmates between cells, to programming and visiting, keeping inmates segregated according to classification. - Transporting inmates anywhere within the State of WI. - Makes and logs periodic cell checks and checks cellblocks for cleanliness and contraband. - Administers discipline and enforcement of all rules and regulations among the prisoners. - Responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of the jail; assigns, supervises and inspects the work of inmates engaged in on-site clean-up.
- Maintains various jail records and logs including visitation log, medical log, keeping track of inmate mail, the logging of shift events and preparing written reports; performs upkeep of jail records and filings. - Performs all duties to ensure the safety and security of the inmates. Delivers medications to inmates and contacts proper medical staff regarding inmates' medical concerns according to policy and procedure. - Supervises the comings and goings of Huber inmates; performs strip searches, recording and storing goods and valuables received and issues brown-bag lunches. Verifies work release schedules. Maintains communication between shifts and keeps supervisor informed of any problems, complaints or infractions of rules and/or regulations. - Oversees the distribution of meals by inmate workers; maintains meal counts and forwards to Food Service Director. - Uses verbal skills, assigned weapons, handcuffs and other restraints, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners. - Ability to use all issued equipment such as handcuffs, batons, O.C. Spray, Electronic Control Device (ECD) and the SBCA (self-contained breathing apparatus).
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Qualifications:
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Ability to perform essential functions of this position
- Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Clear and concise speech
- Driver's license
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
220 6th St E
Ashland, WI 54806
United States